Why Is My Car Overheating?

An engine that is overheating can change your weekend plans pretty quickly. You mustn't head out on the road anyway. If your engine is too hot, you can damage numerous internal components inside your engine. Our service department is here to help, and we'll inspect various parts of your engine to see the root of the problem.

Cooling System Issues are Common

One of the most common problems that we see when it comes to an overheating engine is cooling system problems. The problem may be as simple as your vehicle having low coolant. There may be a more complicated problem like a small hole that's allowing coolant to leak out.

Leaks in Your Water Pump

Water pumps can also develop holes, and a leak in this system will affect your engine's overall temperature. Erosion is also common when you're dealing with a vehicle that's several years old, and the common usage of this part leads to damage over time.

Your Radiator and Engine Temperature

A crucial part of your cooling system is your radiator. Your radiator consists of a system of fans that promote proper airflow and cooling inside of your engine. These fans may become dirty; they may not be flowing freely, leading to your engine overheating.

Paying Attention to Your Thermostat

A likely area of your vehicle that might cause your engine to overheat is your thermostat. Because this part of an automobile is designed to monitor your engine's temperature, any amount of malfunction will lead to overheating. Your thermostat may not be allowing coolant to pass through properly if there is a problem with the internal valves.

Damage to Your Hoses and Belts

Hoses and belts exist all through your radiator and the rest of your engine. These belts and hoses are generally pretty delicate, and they can slip off, become damaged, or malfunction entirely.

Husker Cadillac encourages you to come by our dealership if you notice that you're in the Lincoln area and your engine is overheating. Continuing to drive will cause expensive damage that can be prevented. We'll bring you in for a service appointment in a timely manner to address the problem. We'll get you back on the road with a properly functioning engine in no time!